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UUS → KHV
Which side of the plane to sit from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Airport (Yuzhno-sakhalinsk) to Khabarovsk-Novy Airport (Khabarovsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the southern Sakhalin coastline and the dramatic Sikhote-Alin mountain range on the mainland before the descent into Khabarovsk.
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Susunaysky Ridge
Jagged mountain peaks rising immediately west of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk upon takeoff.
Aniva Bay
The vast, deep blue waters of the bay forming the southern cradle of Sakhalin Island.
Cape Krillion
The southernmost tip of the island, visible as the plane turns toward the mainland.
Strait of Tartary
The narrow sea crossing where the island meets the vast Russian Far East mainland.
Sikhote-Alin Mountains
A UNESCO-listed mountain range featuring dense forests and rugged terrain on the mainland.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of the Sakhalin coastline. Morning flights provide excellent backlighting for the Sikhote-Alin mountains. During winter, look for the dramatic ice floes in the Strait of Tartary which create intricate white patterns against the dark sea.
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Sakhalin Interior
Vast stretches of untouched taiga and mountain ridges extending toward the island's center.
Northern Tatar Strait
Expansive views of the sea looking north toward the Sea of Okhotsk.
Vanino-Sovgavan Coast
The rugged, rocky coastline of the mainland featuring secluded bays and industrial ports.
Amur River Basin
The intricate network of wetlands and smaller tributaries leading to the mighty Amur River.
Khabarovsk Suburbs
The sprawling urban development and industrial landscape as you approach the destination.
The right side is ideal for capturing the winding silver thread of the Amur River during the final descent. In the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you, offering clear, glare-free photography of the mainland forests and river systems.
Book Hotels in KhabarovskDistance: 592 km (368 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: UUS (46.88869857788086, 142.71800231933594)
Arrival: KHV (48.52799987793, 135.18800354004)
Route Type: Domestic
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